Diocese
Faith found in the Far East brings Ballentine home
After nearly 10 years of postponements, this spring will mark the fulfillment of Brandon Ballentine’s longing. He will become a member of the Catholic faith when he is welcomed into […]
Parish Archive
FEATURE
Friends reunited through Catholic parish
In 1920, in the small town called Logansport, two little girls were born. Today, when asked who is older, Anna Marie Brough’s hand shoots straight up. With a smile on […]
Diocese
Walking with Moms in Need — Initiative asks parishioners to be Christ’s presence for pregnant women and mothers
For Jackie Oberhausen, the idea behind the U.S. Catholic bishops’ new Walking with Moms in Need initiative is clear. “We all are our brother’s keeper,” said Oberhausen, the Walking with […]
Bishop
Church elects catechumens for sacraments of initiation at Rite of Election
Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades celebrated the Rite of Election Feb. 21 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne and Feb. 28 at St. Matthew Cathedral in South […]
FEATURE
Mission is ‘lifestyle’ at Granger dental clinic
Tree of Life Dental clinic might seem similar to other dental offices, but it serves a purpose beyond cleaning teeth and filling cavities. A portion of the proceeds from Tree […]
Diocese
Come home: The Light Is On For You
Virtual interactions have become a regularity, and some Catholics are struggling to keep themselves afloat in a world where people seem so disconnected because of social distancing. Community is a […]
FEATURE
Catholic dating — Finding the road to happiness, peace, joy and eternal life
When it comes to dating, an official “rule book” doesn’t exist. In fact, as the world changes, with communication and human relationships being continually redefined, how to date becomes increasingly […]
Diocese
Around the Diocese: February 21, 2021
Institute for Catholic Innovation seeks big ideas HUNTINGTON – OSV Institute for Catholic Innovation has announced the opening of application submissions for the 2021 OSV Challenge, a multi-round entrepreneurial competition […]
Diocese
Book chronicles St. Bernard Parish history
History, once lost, cannot be rediscovered; it can only be speculated upon. So Wabash County Associate Historian Michael Thompson and St. Bernard Parish secretary Ann Unger have been working hard […]
Diocese
Parish music minister to compose melodic retirement
The soundtrack of Jim Didier’s life is liturgical. For six decades, worshippers at two Fort Wayne parishes have drawn closer to the Lord through the vocation of the musician, vocalist […]
Local
Elkhart rallies for life
Advocates for the lives of the preborn gather Saturday, Jan. 30, on the streets surrounding St. Thomas the Apostle Church, encouraging passing motorists to remember all human life is sacred. […]
Diocese
Parents appreciate in-person learning — and having options
The four Zielinski children, who range from 6 to 18 years old, began attending Holy Family School, South Bend, as preschoolers. Kelley, their mother, said the school has always felt […]